2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2660 mm |
